Ben Sherry
Riverside ,CA
Summary
Collaborative Rehabilitation Aide with 15 years of experience working with physical therapists to establish reliable paths to recovery from varying injuries. Sympathetic patient advocate with specific attention to individual needs. Meticulous record-keeper, supporting patient file upkeep and maintenance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Aide
Medical Center For Bone And Joint Disorder
2008.03 - 2024.01
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Continuously expanded knowledge base through participation in relevant training opportunities provided by employers or external organizations.
- Assisted in the development of patient-centered goal-setting processes, encouraging individuals to take an active role in their rehabilitation journey.
- Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring the privacy and confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times.
- Ensured proper equipment functionality through regular inspection and maintenance, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions.
- Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
- Improved patient muscle strength by progressive resisted exercise and re-education of balance reactions, walking and daily living skills.
- Performed electrical stimulation, ultrasounds, matrix, myofascial release and spot massages to improve patient movement and functions.
- Maintained supply inventory by placing orders when supplies ran low.
- Provided empathetic support to patients experiencing difficult emotions related to their injury or illness while under supervision from a licensed therapist.
- Improved patient recovery by assisting in implementing individualized physical therapy treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety by setting up equipment, preparing treatment areas, and positioning patients as needed.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Assisted in designing effective home exercise programs for patients, promoting continued improvement outside of clinical sessions.
- Enforced safety procedures with all patients.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Utilize BIODEX machine to strengthen patients extremities.
Logistic
Army Reserve
2001.08 - 2005.02
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Inventory on supplies are low or as needed
Education
Academic of Certificates - Medical Assisting
Bryman University
06.2006
High School Diploma -
John F Kennedy High School
06.2000
Skills
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Patient preparation
- Strengthening
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Gait training
- Time management abilities
- Body Mechanics
- Team Player
- Progress Monitoring
- Personnel Training
- Individual Therapy
- Range of Motion Improvement
Timeline
Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Aide
Medical Center For Bone And Joint Disorder
2008.03 - 2024.01
Logistic
Army Reserve
2001.08 - 2005.02
Academic of Certificates - Medical Assisting
Bryman University
High School Diploma -
John F Kennedy High School
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